The Black Caps chase down 107 on the final day of a rain-interrupted series opener in Bengaluru to clinch their first Test win in India since 1988New Zealand secured an eight-wicket win for their first test victory in India since 1988 as the Black Caps chased down 107 and humbled the home side early on the final day of the rain-interrupted series opener on Sunday. After dismissing India for their worst home total of 46 and making 402 in reply, New Zealand bowled out Rohit Sharma's side for 462 in the second innings on Saturday to lay the platform for a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Rachin Ravindra and Will Young remained calm under pressure after the loss of two early wickets to get the job done, earning New Zealand only their third win on Indian soil in 38 attempts going back to 1955. Bumrah and fellow pace bowler Mohammed Siraj made life hell for the New Zealand batsmen early in the day, as India looked to do what no team have done in test history and win a match after conceding a first-innings lead of more than 350 runs. The wicket appeared to turn placid after that dismissal as New Zealand cruised to a famous victory.

Source: bd News24 October 20, 2024 07:33 UTC